MEAA@withMEAA

The union & industry advocate for Australia's creative professionals. Authorised by Erin Madeley, 245 Chalmers St, Redfern NSW 2016. Phone: 1300 65 65 13

 Australia and New Zealand
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MEAA@withMEAA
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We are stronger together. Join MEAA today at meaa.org/join
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Freelance journalists' rates of pay haven’t kept up with the cost of living and in fact are going backwards in real terms! Read the report: meaa.io/FreelancerReport2026 #StrongerTogether #NewsBargainingIncentive
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Through the News Bargaining Incentive, MEAA members are calling on the government to implement a fair minimum rate for freelancers, ensure timely payment and guarantee superannuation on top of fees.
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MEAA members are calling on the government to implement a fair minimum rate for freelance media workers, with superannuation on top of fees through the News Bargaining Incentive. Read the report: meaa.io/FreelancerReport2026 #PayUp #NewsBargainingIncentive
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Anton Enus is not only one of Australia's most respected broadcasters, but also a MEAA member, whose career reflected the values of integrity, professionalism and public-interest journalism. We wish him the all the best in retirement. meaa.io/4iAvbRz

‘A great honour’: Anton Enus signs off for the last time

After nearly three decades at SBS, we are saying good-bye and happy retirement to Anton Enus. Anton, on behalf of the World News team, and all our viewers, we thank you for your professionalism,...

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Freelance journalists are contracted as sole traders and paid per word or per piece, rather than per hour. They have no rights and protections under the Fair Work Act and Superannuation Act. Read the report and stand with freelancers: buff.ly/2FDX4CK
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#PayUp
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MEDIA RELEASE: Media workers union highlights continued exploitation of freelance journalists by media outlets. meaa.io/4Af6WP7 #PayUp #FairGo4Freelancers
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Freelance journalists are a vital part of the media landscape, producing award winning journalism but are increasingly used to prop up media organisations while many struggle to pay their rent. Read the Pay Up for Freelancers Survey Report 2026: meaa.io/FreelanceReport2026 #PayUp
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With no protections in place, AI is tearing through the Chinese screen industry. Actors are reportedly selling the rights to their image or voice for as little as $30. buff.ly/ODubQvh #PayUp #StrongerTogether

AI tears through China’s $25b entertainment darling

The country’s wildly popular microdrama industry is undergoing a dramatic upheaval thanks to artificial intelligence – with a very real human cost.

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This is a warning for Australia. Without strong laws, creators risk losing control of their work, their likeness and their livelihoods.
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Through the “Pay Up” campaign, MEAA members are calling for legislation that ensures creators are paid the true value of their work when it is used by AI companies.
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Thank you for standing up for journalism. Every signature on the MEAA member News Bargaining Incentive petition has helped build momentum for fair pay, stronger regional media, support for freelancers, and a more sustainable news industry for all Australians.
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But the work doesn’t stop here - as the legislation moves into implementation, we are actively engaging with government to ensure these measures are delivered as intended and that the benefits reach the journalists, media workers, freelancers, and First Nations workers.
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The challenge facing Australian theatre isn't a lack of audiences wanting to attend. Despite strong interest, the rising costs mean many productions struggle to break even. buff.ly/katgX6o #NationalCulturalPolicy #SaveLivePerformance

Theatre audiences still show up. So why do so many shows fail to make money?

Economists say the theatre sector struggles from something called a ‘cost disease’. But what does that mean? And why is it so hard to fix?

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Congratulations to all the finalists for the 2026 Queensland Clarion Awards. Winners will be announced at a gala dinner on Saturday 10 October at the Sofitel Brisbane Central. See the full announcement here: meaa.io/Clarions
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One Nation staff have once again banned journalists from a press conference. Journalists from the Guardian Australia and the ABC were told to leave, while journalists from The Australian were allowed to stay.
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- Speak to your colleagues about what threats might come your way and how you can have each other’s backs. - When a colleague following a line of questioning is abused, threatened or stonewalled by someone seeking to avoid valid scrutiny don’t let it slide.
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- When colleagues are barred from press conferences call for them to be let in. - After an incident occurs, debrief with affected colleagues around you. Press Freedom: holding the line on the public’s right to know. Read more: meaa.io/4h3dojr #PressFreedom
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Arts Centre Melbourne workers will go on strike this Friday in the fight for fair pay, secure working conditions and proper government funding for the sector. meaa.io/3UJtirN

Strike by Arts Centre workers threatens to disrupt Macy Gray concert

A strike planned by workers at Arts Centre Melbourne on Friday threatens to disrupt performances including a concert by Grammy Award-winning US singer Macy Gray.

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Sign the petition to support Arts Centre Melbourne workers: meaa.io/ArtsCentre

STOP ARTS CENTRE MELBOURNE GOING BACKWARDS

Currently, Arts Centre Melbourne union members are fighting for a fair pay deal. This is the first time ACM staff have ever taken industrial action.   Industrial action is never taken lightly, but...

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